Miss Israel

Keren Shacham

Keren was born in haifa and now lives in Kiryat Motzkin in the north of Israel with her parents and two brothers. From a young age she has always been acting in plays, singing and dancing, she has appeared with a local dance group all over israel, and performed in italy, germany and in the usa. Having completed her schooling and obtaining matriculation certificate, she is currently preparing for her military service. Her ambition is to study drama and cinema with the aim to be a great actress. She is a member of ‘variety israel’, and besides all forms of dance she enjoys kick boxing and running. Keren’s favourite food is chocolate soufflé and watermelon with feta cheese. Her motto is “always aim for the best and be optimistic”.

How would you describe yourself in three words?
Optimistic, honest, funny

Do you have a special or unusual talent? (what is it?)
Acting and mimicking

Where would you most like to visit in the world and why?
I wish to travel all over the world and learn about other cultures and people.

What is the best thing about your country?
The people – they are caring, friendly and outgoing.

What is your favourite…..
Film: 'Pearl Harbour'
Music: Pop
Singer/band: Shlomo Artsi (Israeli singer)
Book: 'Ann Frank’s Diary'

If you were granted one wish, what would it be?
My wish is, that in 20 years, having my own children, they’ll grow up in israel without knowing what war is.

If you were stuck on a desert island with one other person (famous or not) whom would you choose?
Robinson Crusoe – as a figure who lives in a desert, I can study from him the ways of managing on an island.

What is your message to all the other miss world contestants?
Enjoy and exploit the moment. There is life after ‘miss world’ pageant.

You’re judging the final five contestants, which question would you ask the finalists?
What will you remember as your most exciting moment during the ‘Miss World 2005’ pageant.

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